Assistant Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering

About ACU

Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

Title of Position

Assistant Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering

Posting Location

Abilene Texas

Department

Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program

Employee Class

Faculty Full-time

Faculty Position Information

Abilene Christian University invites applications for up to two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Nuclear Science and Engineering with consideration given to candidates possessing qualifications and experience suitable for the Associate Professor level. These are nine-month full-time appointments. The successful candidates will be integral to developing and expanding the universitys new graduate program in nuclear science and engineering teaching advanced coursework advising graduate students and engaging in innovative research aligned with the universitys strategic vision.

These faculty members will be responsible for teaching coursework across several areas including nuclear engineering reactor theory instrumentation and advanced topics such as machine learning and system control. They will serve as research advisors for Masters and PhD students. They are also expected to work to obtain external grants support curriculum development and collaborate with the universitys NEXT Lab and its planned molten salt research reactor project which will serve as a hub for cutting-edge research and educational opportunities.

Importantly this position is rooted in the core values of Abilene Christian University. The university is committed to cultivating a community of Christian scholars dedicated to inspiring students to live integrated Christ-centered lives of service. Faculty are expected to exemplify these values through their teaching mentorship and scholarship. Our mission is to motivate students to love learning seek truth and integrate their Christian faith with their professional pursuits.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a twenty-first century nuclear science and engineering program that combines rigorous scientific inquiry with a faith-based approach to education preparing graduates to be leaders in the field of nuclear technologies.

Qualifications

Candidates for these positions should hold a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering Physics or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong potential for excellence in graduate teaching possess research interests aligned with nuclear reactor systems nuclear physics and related disciplines and demonstrate the ability to secure external research funding. Effectiveness in communication mentorship and collaboration are essential qualities.

Additional Information

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color age sex disability genetic information national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the universitys financial and physical assets. Therefore Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1